In a libel lawsuit, "publication" occurs when defamatory statements are communicated

a. to the plaintiff.
b. to at least one "third person."
c. broadly to the general public, and not until that time.


b

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In a content analysis study, information about where the data originated from is called ______.

a. raw data b. aggregate data c. metadata d. context data

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Meredith is conducting an interview to obtain information about e-mail etiquette. Her interviewee begins to discuss cell phone etiquette instead. The best way for Meredith to achieve her interview goal is to

A) ask a question that redirects the conversation back to e-mail etiquette. B) spend time exploring cell phone etiquette. C) break eye contact with the interviewee and glance at her wristwatch. D) interrupt the interviewee and tell him that he is off topic. E) use probes.

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Cultural competence points to one's ability to control one's health condition

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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When group members concentrate on their shared objectives, group cohesiveness increases because the group is

A. reminding others of their value to the group. B. celebrating success. C. emphasizing collective goals. D. keeping track of progress.

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